Did you know there is no such thing as a shamrock plant, at least botanically speaking? There are, however, hundreds of varieties of clover. Almost any plant that has three clover shaped leaves and green is often called a shamrock.
The summer breezes, fresh produce and dinners alfresco will soon be just a memory, but the taste of summer can stay with you well into the fall and winter months by making plans to preserve your herbal harvest. Imagine the fresh taste of basil, parsley and rosemary in the cold winter month of February. Sound good? Mark your calendar for Sept. 24 to attend an herbal program presented by the Delaware County Master Gardeners “Preserving your Herbal Harvest,” and learn of ways to savor the summer.